HC Deb 15 July 1964 vol 698 cc230-1W
58. Mr. Mulley

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will now state the operational requirements of a replacement for the Shackleton aircraft; and when he expects a firm decision to be made to authorise development work to begin.

65. Mr. Rankin

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he is satisfied with the operational performance of the Shackleton aircraft; and what replacement he has in view to meet the increasing needs of defence.

Mr. H. Fraser

Progress has been made on the studies to determine how best to replace the Shackleton aircraft but I am not yet able to say when a decision will be made. Meanwhile the present high efficiency of the Shackleton force will be maintained and improved.